ANDROCLES AND THE LION FR4

This is a new title in the fantastic "First Reading" series, aimed at children who are beginning to read. 

WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE YR3

William dreams of acting and writing plays. This ambition takes him from the quiet country town of Stratford to the great playhouses of London, where his talent takes the city by storm...The life of Britain's most famous

THE FISH THAT TALKED FR3

This is a new title in the fantastic "First Reading" series, aimed at children who are beginning to read. 

THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS YR2

A brand new addition to "Usborne Young Reading Series 2", which is aimed at children whose reading ability is beginning to grow, and helps build confidence and ability.

A TALE OF TWO CITIES YR3

The classic story by Charles Dickens retold as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories. Set during the French Revolution, the lives of Charles Darnay and

PRISONER OF ZENDA YR3

The classic swashbuckling adventure by Anthony Hope retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories.

FR4 THE MAGIC WISHBONE

A king and queen have fallen on hard times - but then their eldest daughter is given a magic wishbone. Can this improve their fortunes? A magical retelling of a Charles Dickens' fairytale, specially written for children

LOOKING AFTER CATS AND KITTENS

This guide contains useful information on how to care for cats and kittens, ideal for cat owners or those dreaming about acquiring a new pet. It includes the basics of cat behaviour including how to spot when a cat is

LOOKING AFTER DOGS AND PUPPIES

A guide for young, first-time dog owners and those who yearn for a canine friend of their very own. It provides useful guidance from how to pick a puppy to how to choose a grooming brush. 

GULLIVERS TRAVELS YR2

A re-telling of the classic Jonathan Swift story told for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Gulliver sets off on the adventure of a lifetime - and meets miniature people, civil war and a price upon his

JULIUS CAESAR YR3

A brand new addition to Usborne Young Reading Series 3 chronicling the life and times of Julius Caesar, this information reader is particularly suitable for boys. 

NELSON YR3

ALICE IN WONDERLAND YR2

An attractive retelling of Lewis Carroll's story with evocative illustrations, written as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme for readers growing in confidence. 

MARIE ANTOINETTE YR3

TITANIC YR3

A vivid retelling of a major historical catastrophe written in an engaging, narrative style with direct speech and speech bubbles. 

POMPEII YR3

Each title in this series contains a vivid evocation of a major historical catastrophe, in an easy-to-follow manner. 'Pompeii' recounts the tragic story of the Italian city that came to a sudden end upon the furious

LEONARDO DA VINCI YR3

Vividly describes the life of da Vinci, from his country childhood to his amazing legacy and explores many of his works of art, science, mechanics and architecture.

GOOSE THAT LAID THE GOLDEN EGGS

Each title in this series is a classic story or fable, retold with simple text to delight and inspire any child who is just beginning to read. 

STORY OF HEIDI YR2

Johanna Spyri's Heidi is beautifully retold, following the exploits of the orphaned girl sent to live in the Alps with her grumpy grandfather. 

ALEXANDER THE GREAT YR3

This brand new series brings to life the fascinating lives of famous historical figures. Lively speech, gentle humour and full-colour illustrations bring the reader close to the action as they learn about each famous